After serving in the U.S. Army in Korea, he married the love of his life, Jean. They were blessed with two wonderful sons, Thomas (Irina) and Brian (Diana); seven grandchildren, Christina, Michael, Nicolette, Richard, Alex, Amanda and Brian Jr.; and two great-grandchildren, Luke and Liam. After 36 years, Tom retired as Deputy Inspector with the NYPD.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1 p.m. today, Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at the B.P.O. Elks Lodge, 25538 Shore Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33950. Tom received comfort and compassion while he stayed at Village Place. Please make donations in his memory to Tidewell Hospice for all their support and medical care. Please visit www.coralridgefuneralhome.com to leave thoughts and memories for his family.